Braces & Invisalign in New Braunfels

Our Orthodontic Options

Orthodontic technology is always improving, and Dr. Layfield at New Braunfels Orthodontic Associates brings you the latest treatments right here in New Braunfels. See us for a range of options, like Invisalign and custom braces, designed to fit every smile and budget.

Premier Invisalign Treatment

At New Braunfels Orthodontic Associates, we’re proud to be a Premier Invisalign Provider. We’ve got extensive experience helping patients with clear aligners. This designation is awarded to orthodontists like Dr. Layfield, who treat many Invisalign cases.

Choosing an experienced provider makes all the difference when it comes to Invisalign. At New Braunfels Orthodontic Associates, we carefully plan each step of your treatment to ensure a comfortable fit and efficient progress.

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Custom Braces

Our KLOwen custom braces are a high-tech way to straighten teeth using brackets and wires that are individualized for you. Unlike traditional braces, KLOwen braces are tailored to fit your teeth perfectly. You’ll enjoy shorter treatment times and fewer office visits.

These braces use 3D technology and digital planning to ensure each bracket is placed in the exact right spot for the best results. Because of this custom approach, teeth move more efficiently and often require fewer adjustments than traditional braces.

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TMD Treatments

At New Braunfels Orthodontic Associates, Dr. Layfield has the keys for all your lockjaw problems. TMJ/TMD is pain or stiffness that makes moving your jaw super uncomfortable. Once we complete your evaluation, we can explore treatments to get you some much-needed relief.

What Is TMJ Disorder?

TMJ disorder affects the joints that connect your jaw to your skull, called the temporomandibular joints (TMJ). These joints move your jaw. That means they're involved any time your mouth is moving.

When there's a problem with these joints, you'll notice pain, clicking sounds, or a feeling of tightness in your jaw. Many people also feel pain in their neck and shoulders or even headaches. Too much stress and grinding teeth are also common TMJ culprits.

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Your Evaluation

Dr. Layfield will start by reviewing your medical history and discussing your symptoms. He'll want to know about any jaw pain, clicking, or stiffness you've been experiencing. He'll check your jaw's range of motion and feel the joints and surrounding muscles.

If more detailed imaging is needed, Dr. Layfield might recommend X-rays or a CT scan to get a clearer look at your joint structure.

Treatment for TMJ disorder can vary based on your symptoms and what’s causing the discomfort. At New Braunfels Orthodontic Associates, Dr. Layfield may recommend a custom-made mouthguard to reduce teeth grinding at night, which can ease tension on your jaw joints.

Orthodontic treatment to adjust your bite may also help. Misalignment strains your jaw, and by moving your teeth into a healthier position, Dr. Layfield can often reduce TMJ symptoms. Additionally, he may suggest specific exercises, lifestyle changes, or relaxation techniques.

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